The Luce Scholars Program funds individual professional placements in Asia for seniors and recent alumni who have had limited exposure to Asia.
2024-2025 Deadlines:
National deadline: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 by 5pm Eastern Time
Purpose:
The Luce Scholars Program funds individual professional placements in Asia a year for 15-18 seniors or recent alumni with little or no exposure to Asia. It hopes to offer Scholars fresh perspectives and cultural insights through their immersive work experience.
Eligibility:
In order to apply, a candidate must:
- be U.S. citizens
- not have reached their 30th birthday by July 1st of the year they enter the program
- have earned or plan to earn a bachelor's degree by July 1st of the year they enter the program
- be in good physical health
- have NOT majored in Asian Studies or spent more than 18 weeks in one or more countries in which Luce Scholars are placed
Oxy Application Process:
Applicants now apply directly to the Luce Scholarship through the online application portal (you can find the link here). Applicants are welcome to seek advice from the Fellowships Director by contacting jlocke@oxy.edu.